first case in Austria

To successfully perform a novel therapy, trust and preparation time are crucial. It took five months to align various stakeholders and bring them to a shared understanding of and enthusiasm for this innovative procedure. Procurement, medtech and legal departments of the hospital meticulously examined all relevant documents and safety tests for the generator and catheters, especially since it was the first time the procedure was being performed. Proctorship plays a pivotal role in guiding experts in the cath lab through these initial cases successfully.